The Son of Suffering

The Son of Suffering

SCRIPTURE Isaiah 53:3-4 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him...
Winning the War in Your Mind: Confronting Lies 

Winning the War in Your Mind: Confronting Lies 

SCRIPTURE Psalm 119:9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. DEVOTION Today’s devotional is the second of a 3 part series inspired by “Winning the War in your Mind” by Pastor Craig Groeschel.” You can also find the book here. My...
The God of Life

The God of Life

SCRIPTURE John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. DEVOTION [Trigger warning: this devotion contains mention of suicide.] The month of September is Suicide Prevention month. The topic of...
Being Comfortable in My Own Skin (Part 1)

Being Comfortable in My Own Skin (Part 1)

SCRIPTURE John 8:12 Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” DEVOTION We live in a day and age where the world celebrates beauty. We all intrinsically long to see...
The Importance of Being Silent

The Importance of Being Silent

SCRIPTURE Luke 5:16 But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray. DEVOTION Jesus did this often – even when “conventional” leadership wisdom would have held that He should keep going. He went up to the mountains, He took a boat out to sea, He was constantly...